Sion surge on
It put the Waterford side back in front at the most crucial stage of the AIB Munster club hurling championship final, which was played in atrocious weather conditions. Minutes earlier, after wiping out a five-point deficit, it appeared that Sixmilebridge were primed for victory.
Mount Sion recorded their second triumph after a 21-year gap, under the management of 1981 team member Jim Greene, because they had the character to complement their effort and ability. Fittingly, because of the major influence he exerted all through, Ken McGrath was the one who gave the leadership at the precise stage when it really counted.
